Africazine:
Djibouti is taking a significant step towards digital transformation with the launch of the Mobile ID platform.
President Ismail Omar Guelleh unveiled the Mobile ID platform during the National Digital Identity Forum. This initiative aims to enhance access to essential services, including civil records, tax filings, and banking, while promoting transparency and efficiency in public administration.
Mobile ID Platform Launches in Djibouti
The Mobile ID platform is designed to simplify and secure access to both public and private services. Users can authenticate their identity electronically using a smartphone or a unique digital identifier. This innovation is expected to streamline administrative processes and support Djibouti’s integration into the digital economy.
Initial services offered through the Mobile ID include access to civil registry records, tax filings, and the ability to open bank accounts. Additionally, users will be able to provide electronic signatures for official documents, making transactions more efficient.
Key Features and Future Plans
Authorities plan to enhance the platform by enabling interoperability between various government databases. This could allow essential documents, such as driving licenses and health records, to be linked to a citizen’s unique digital ID. The interior minister emphasized the potential for emergency medical personnel to access critical patient information through biometric identification.
This initiative is part of a broader public administration reform agenda, which includes the five-year “Djibouti Digital Foundation” programme. This programme aims to expand broadband infrastructure and develop digital skills across the nation.
Next Steps for Djibouti’s Digital Initiative
- Expand broadband infrastructure nationwide.
- Develop digital skills among the population.
- Strengthen mobile and internet coverage.
Djibouti is poised for a digital revolution, enhancing access to vital services through innovative technology.
